It was one of the most intense real estate markets in France, boosted by the post-Covid rush for homes with gardens, remote work, and the desire to breathe away from city centers. But in 2025, the Lyon real estate market is undergoing a transformation. The excitement is over, making way for a sharp correction, especially for single-family homes located in the first suburbs. And for the first time in years, buyers are taking the reins. From south to north, from Vernaison to Francheville, prices are crashing by 18% over three years. A brutal but beneficial drop that is giving new life to a market that had become unaffordable for many households.
Vernaison: the great deal south of Lyon
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Located about fifteen kilometers south, by the Rhône, Vernaison is finding a bit of calm... even in its prices. After soaring post-Covid, the town is coming back down to earth with a drop of -18%. Just as charming with its village-like feel and quick access to the A7, it’s becoming a gem for families seeking space.
Price per m² in 2025: €3,857 (-18%)
Craponne: the unexpected drop in western Lyon
Close to Tassin, in a top residential setting, with efficient transport options... Craponne had everything going for it, and prices skyrocketed. But in 2025, the trend reverses. A clear decline, and a great opportunity for first-time buyers who were eyeing the west but couldn't get in.
Price per m² in 2025: €4,176 (-18%)
Brignais: a town-village finding its balance
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Between city and countryside, Brignais checks a lot of boxes. But with a limited supply and a hesitant demand due to interest rates, prices are adjusting sharply. The result: a return to reality, perfect for those looking for a home in a lively, well-equipped community... and finally affordable.
Price per m² in 2025: €3,869 (-18%)
Francheville: residential, green... and (finally) accessible
It used to be one of the bastions of high-end living in Lyon. But even Francheville isn't escaping the market chill. Wooded spaces, large plots, Olympic calm... and now, prices that are less scary. The perfect opportunity to enjoy a greener life without leaving the metropolis.
Price per m² in 2025: €4,411 (-18%)
Saint-Genis-Laval: a star on pause
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Strategic, well-connected, packed with amenities (hello metro B and Lyon Sud hospital), Saint-Genis-Laval remains a solid choice. However, prices for older properties are starting to drop as well. A golden opportunity for patient buyers who are betting on a medium-term rebound.
Price per m² in 2025: €4,395 (-18%)
These once-coveted towns, which saw price increases that could pale even Paris, are returning to more reasonable levels. Is it the effect of high borrowing rates? Definitely. But it’s also a logical adjustment after a sometimes irrational surge. Sellers now need to rethink their expectations, and buyers—patient, cautious but determined—are finally finding their opportunities.
For those dreaming of leaving the hyper-center of Lyon, trading their two-room apartment for a house with a garden, a bit of greenery, and much more space, 2025 looks set to be a pivotal year. Not necessarily.
the big evening of real estate, but a return to prices more aligned with reality. And that changes everything.Source : Seloger.com